Video: James Harden scores 45, Nick Young had 34 in epic duel in Drew League playoffs

Despite still being in the summer, fans got a glimpse of some of their favorite NBA players in competitive play during the Drew League Playoffs on Sunday.

The home team, Most Hated Players, led by Nick Young, Julius Randle, and JaVale McGee, faced off against LA United which boasted James Harden, Bobby Brown, Montrzl Harrell, and top high school prospect Marvin Begley III in its lineup.

It was a highly entertaining matchup, where The beard and Swaggy P went toe-to-toe all game long, as they finished with 45 and 34 points, respectively. In the end, the visiting team earned the victory on the night, 91-82.

Seeing the two on top of their games is definitely good news for the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors, as their players are still in great shape even in the offseason. With the two teams expected to have deep runs in the playoffs, it only strengthens their case after seeing James Harden and Nick Young’s impressive performances.